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Enjoy beautiful summer evenings, live music, and special extended hours with the return of Summer Nights! Every Thursday in July, San Diego Botanic Garden will be open until 8 p.m. In addition to extended hours, Summer Nights features a lineup of concerts on the Lawn Garden. Explore our tropical Rainforest and waterfall view deck, wander along winding pathways in the peaceful Bamboo Garden, and catch an ocean sunset from our Overlook Tower. Bring the whole family and play in Hamilton Children’s Garden, where kids can climb Toni’s Treehouse in a jungle canopy, or splash in the Mountain Stream. Make it a date night or gather your friends to sip and stroll your way through the Garden with a selection of food and drinks available. Start planning your summer lineup at the Garden! Concert Schedule: July 3 – Country Night with MarCon Express July 10 – Gumbo Jazz Night with Billy Lee and the Gulf Coasters July 17 – Folk Night with Korrie & Jason July 24 – Tropical Night with Island Mist Band July 31 – 70s Night with The Gravities San Diego Botanic Garden on Instagram and Facebook

Join Indivisible North County San Diego and our coalition of regional groups for an afternoon of good eats, great company, and bold action! Connect with neighbors who share your values, enjoy a laid-back potluck, and help spark the next wave of change together. Step 1: Eat & Mingle – When you arrive, you’ll be grouped with neighbors who could become your next activist crew—or just great new friends! Enjoy a potluck feast, swap stories, and build connections. Want to stick with a buddy? Just add their name to the signup form! Please bring a folding chair. Step 2: Dream Big & Take Action – After dinner, it’s time for Resistance Lab! In your small groups, you’ll brainstorm creative ways to make an impact—post-carding, flyering, fundraising, or something totally fresh. No pressure, just good vibes and great ideas to keep the movement rolling! Bring a Dish or Treat! – [Sign up](https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0549ADA92AA4F4CF8-57230292-social) to bring a dish to share or a baked good to raise funds. All proceeds go toward funding our July 27 Town Hall Event with Rep. Sara Jacobs at the California Center for the Arts. Change happens when we come together—so come hungry, leave inspired, and let’s make a difference side by side [POTLUCK + BAKE SALE SIGNUP](https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0549ADA92AA4F4CF8-57230292-social)

Union Hall Gallery presents "Hiding in Plain Site," the debut retrospective by San Diego-based artist and designer Joseph A. Henseler, opening Saturday, July 12, 2025. The exhibition features 88 original works—ranging from sculpture and stained glass to painting and architectural design—created over the course of 30 years without public display. The show offers a rare glimpse into the deeply introspective practice of an artist who has quietly created in communion with nature, spirit, and self. Having moved across the country to live in the mountains of San Diego County to be mentored by renowned artist James Hubbell, Henseler’s work is rooted in reflection, emotional depth, and human connection. Opening night includes live music, refreshments, and a Q&A with the artist. The final night of the exhibition will feature a special live performance by Henseler’s wife, Chilean vocalist Lorena Isabell. "Hiding in Plain Site" runs through August 10 at Union Hall Gallery (2323 Broadway #201, San Diego, CA 92102). Admission is free and open to the public. Exhibition Details: Title: "Hiding in Plain Site: Retrospective of an Unknown Artist" Artist: Joseph A. Henseler Location: Union Hall Gallery, 2323 Broadway #201, San Diego, CA 92102 Dates: July 12 – August 10, 2025 Opening Night: Saturday, July 12 | 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Concert Day: Saturday, August 9 | Exhibition open 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Live concert at 3 p.m. Closing Day: Sunday, August 10 | 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Gallery Hours: Fridays: 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Saturdays & Sundays: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Weekdays: By appointment only Admission is free and open to the public. Joseph A. Henseler on Facebook / Instagram

Mark your calendar for this season’s cant-miss Summer Concert Series at Moonshine Beach, located in Pacific Beach! Get ready for honky-tonk, high energy vibes and boot-stomping fun all night long with a show-stopping lineup hitting the stage on June 20, July 3, and September 11! Silverada with Todd Day Wait | Friday, June 20 | Moonshine Beach Straight out of Austin, Texas, Silverada is bringing their signature new traditional country sound to Pacific Beach! With crowd-favorite tracks like You Look Good In Neon, Hour on the Hour, and Smoke ‘em If You Got ‘em and special guest Todd Day Wait, this is one show country fans won’t want to miss. General admission starts at $18.43—grab your tickets here. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Lakeview with Austin G | Thursday, July 3 | Moonshine Beach Blending rock edge with country grit, Pittsburgh-bred duo Lakeview is going to tear the stage up with hits that will keep the energy high all night! Joining them is rising artist Austin G, with alt-pop country bangers that bring a fresh sound to the game. Tickets are $18.43—snag yours here. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tyler Rich | Thursday, September 11 | Moonshine Beach Born in northern California and raised on country classics, Tyler Rich is a refreshing talent who blends West Coast ease with Nashville twang. With heartfelt lyrics and catchy melodies, this unforgettable show is made for singalongs and dancing the night away. Grab your tickets for $18.43 here – doors open at 8 p.m. Moonshine Beach on Facebook / Instagram

A three-day National Transportation Safety Board hearing on the deadliest U.S. aviation accident in decades dug into problems with altimeters, chopper routes and the busy Washington, D.C., airspace.

Bazaar del Mundo’s Latin American Market features handmade textiles, pottery and jewelry for sale. Artists also demonstrate their woodcarving, painting and weaving skills.

A coalition of 16 states and D.C. argue in the lawsuit that the Trump administration is trying to effectuate a national ban on gender-affirming care for youth by intimidating hospitals and doctors.

The workers’ contract with Kaiser Permanente is set to expire at the end of September.

Gov. Gavin Newsom says he’ll ask voters to decide on new districts in November as California seeks to challenge GOP-controlled states redrawing maps to favor Republicans in the midterms.

California gun owners raced to take advantage of a new federal appeals court ruling against a law that required background checks for ammunition purchases. Some expect Gov. Gavin Newsom to appeal.